Medway: Find a Scout group in the area

Would you like to join scouts but don't know which group is near you? Please contact the groups listed below for information on when and what time they meet.

Click HERE for more information.

Information provided by South East HIVE Hub

Bovington: Garrison mini bus hire

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You can book the mini bus online via: https://forms.office.com/e/d3miDTGhP9

The driver must have full clean Cat B licence and be over 25 years of age.

Information provided by Bovington HIVE

 

Chepstow: Bands on the Bandstand Summer Dates

 
Bands on the Bandstand is back!

We’re excited to announce the Bands on the Bandstand 2025 line-up!

Join in every Sunday from 2:30pm–5:00pm by the Riverbank in Chepstow for free live music in a stunning setting.

Bring a picnic, grab a deck chair, maybe pack a flask—and soak up the sounds of summer with great music and even better views.

Information provided by Wales HIVE Hub.

Wales: Careers Wales - Career Checker for Young People in Years 10 & 11

Career check is a useful tool for a Careers Adviser to learn more about your child and the individual support they need

All young people in Wales are offered a guidance interview before the end of Year 11

Learn more about the support we offer to young people in years 10 and 11.

Information provided by Wales HIVE Hub.

Wales: Welsh Government - Get help with school costs

From 1 July, families in Wales could get £125 per child through the School Essentials Grant to help with costs for the new school year. 

Check your eligibility: https://www.gov.wales/get-help-school-costs

Information provided by Wales HIVE Hub.

Stafford: Paultons Park What's new this summer?

Get ready for a summer season packed with adventure for the whole family. Our brand new interactive dark ride, Ghostly Manor, is now open! Step inside Dr. Kinley’s spooky manor and see how many chilling ghosts you can catch. Think you’ve got what it takes to top the leader board? There’s only one way to find out…

See link HERE

Information provided by Stafford HIVE

It’s here: Global Mobility Allowance trial begins

It’s here: Global Mobility Allowance trial begins

From 1 July, eligible Service personnel are now invited to register for a new overseas allowance that offers an easier claims process and greater flexibility on spending.

Global Mobility Allowance (GMA) is being trialled as a new way to receive a financial contribution towards expenses that arise when you move to or from an overseas permanent assignment in:

• Brunei – 2 Royal Gurkha Rifles (2RGR) and Brunei Garrison Staff (incl. 667 Sqn, 5AAC) only
• USA – British Defence Staff US (BDSUS) administered locations only
• Kenya – British Army Training Unit Kenya (BATUK) Garrison Staff only
• Europe/ Rest of World (RoW) – Global Support Organisation (GSO) administered locations only

The new Global Mobility Allowance Calculator (accessible via defnet or Defence Connect) gives a real-time, tailored estimate of the GMA allowance you will receive, and a comparison of GMA trial versus non-trial allowances.

The tool simplifies what would be a complex and time-consuming calculation process and enables you to make informed decisions about your assignment – including considerations on family support, cost of living and financial planning.

Stafford: Staffordshire smart alert - Help for victims of anti-social behaviour in Staffordshire and Stoke-on-Trent

Did you know that we commission a service to support victims of anti-social behaviour in Staffordshire and Stoke-on-Trent?

The Harmony Anti-Social Behaviour and Mediation service helps victims recover from the impact of ASB, whether they choose to report incidents to the Police or not.

Harmony provides a range of free, tailored and confidential services, including emotional support to help victims rebuild their confidence and independence, and practical support such as navigating legal issues, improving home security and dealing with housing providers.

Find out more and access support: Harmony ASB support service, Staffordshire and Stoke-on-Trent - Victim Support

Alternatively, call the support line on 0330 1757 258 or 08 08 16 89 111 for out of hours support.

Information provided by Stafford HIVE

Stafford: Staffordshire smart alert - Raising awareness of county lines

We’re reaching out to local communities across Staffordshire to raise awareness of county lines so we can all work together to help protect those most vulnerable to exploitation.

If you’re not sure what county lines are, here’s a quick explanation.

Criminal gangs often target vulnerable young people and exploit them into carrying or distributing drugs, normally outside of the area they live in.

As the drugs cross county boundaries, this type of activity is called ‘county lines’.

Young people may not realise that they are being groomed into county lines drug distribution as criminal gangs use the lure of gifts or cash, and before they realise it the young person can find themselves trapped in a dangerous situation.

This grooming can occur online or face-to-face and may involve a stranger or someone they already know.

If you want to know more, take a look at our latest news story about county lines here: Spot the signs of county lines exploitation in the young and vulnerable | Staffordshire Police

Information provided by Stafford HIVE

Leuchars: Bookbug sessions in the Community Centre, Friday's 10.00-10.30

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